Prepared and Processed / Condiments and Sauces
Margarine, fortified
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 818kcal / 2530kcal (32%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 0.1 g/ 71g (0.14%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 90.8 g/ 42g (216%) | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 0 g/ 348g (0%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 40.25 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (5%) |
Vit B1 | 14.79 mg/ 1mg (1232%) high |
Vit B2 | 0 mg/ 1mg (0%) |
Vit B3 | 0 mg NE/ 16mg NE (0%) |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 7 mg/ 750mg (0.93%) |
Phosphorus | 5 mg/ 700mg (0.71%) |
Iron | 0.5 mg/ 12mg (4%) |
Sodium | 724 mg/ 1500mg (48%) |
What is this food?
Margarine (fortified). It’s a spread made from vegetable oils and is usually fortified with added vitamins like A (and sometimes others), so it can help improve nutrient content compared to plain oils.
Why it matters to health
Margarine is mainly fat, so it’s energy-dense. In the given data, it has high total fat (about 90.8g per 100g) and saturated fat (about 16.8g per 100g). It also has sodium (about 724mg per 100g), which matters if you’re watching salt intake. The good part: since it’s fortified, it can contribute added vitamins. The key is balance—use it as a spread, not as a main source of calories, and keep portions small.
Healthier tips
- Use a thin layer (think 1–2 teaspoons) on bread or toast instead of thick spreads.
- Choose lower-saturated-fat or trans-fat-free options when available.
- Pair with nutrient-rich foods: whole wheat bread, peanut butter (if portioned), or avocado; add fruit or vegetables for fiber.
- Since you’ll have 3 full meals plus 1–2 snacks daily, keep margarine to one small use per meal/snack and balance the rest of your plate with rice/vegetables/protein.
- If you’re monitoring blood pressure, be mindful of sodium from spreads and other processed foods.
Common Filipino dishes
Spanish bread, ensaymada, pandesal with margarine, garlic bread, tuna or egg sandwiches
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